Small tortoiseshell

The lavender in my garden is at full throttle right now.  It always attracts butterflies.  Today a small tortoiseshell came visiting so I couldn't resist making it my blip.  This, to me, is the very apex of summer.

By this evening I should have caught up with my back-commenting from last week's hiccup.  However, the systematic side of my brain is far from perfect, so if I've missed anyone, just shout!  And a big thank you for all the lovely comments hearts and stars in the last couple of days - you are a fabulous lot :)) 

Enjoy your evening  xx